San Ramon Presbyterian Church’s 10th Anniversary — Jeffrey Jeremiah, executive pastor for the Evangelical Presbyterian Church denomination, will be guest speaker at the church’s 10 a.m. worship service, followed by a barbecue and anniversary celebration in the afternoon at San Ramon’s Central Park. 925-543-7772, Mike@srpc.org or http://www.srpc.org.

SEPT. 10

Pleasanton Community Bible Study — Begins its third year Sept. 10 with a 30-week study covering the books of 1st and 2nd Kings and the minor prophets. The class meets 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays on the campus of Pleasanton Presbyterian Church, 4300 Mirador Drive. Children’s program and baby care available on site. Pleasanton.cbs@gmail.com.

Men Awakening To Spirituality fellowship program — Six-week program begins at 6:30 p.m. with a barbecue. St. Raymond’s Catholic Church, 11555 Shannon Ave., Dublin. The mission of MATS (Men Awakening to Spirituality) is to awaken men spiritually by welcoming them on a journey of faith, fellowship and love, and to develop a personal relationship with our Lord, Jesus Christ. MATS is a place where a man can talk to other men in a safe, confidential environment. MATS is a six-session program that meets in the fall and features speakers that deal with topics that are relevant to men’s lives. The men will then form small groups to discuss how the topic works in their lives. bepatchin@aol.com.

Divorce Care group — 7-9 p.m. Mondays, Valley Bible Church, 7106 Johnson Drive, Pleasanton. A 13-week seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. Provides information on healing from the hurt of divorce; participants support one another as they go through the trauma of divorce together. $25 fee for workbook and other materials. Preregistration required. Mark Porter, 925-846-9693 or mcporter@hotmail.com.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults — 7:30 p.m. St. Charles Catholic Church, Dominic Room, 1315 Lomitas Ave., Livermore. For people interested in joining the Catholic Church and/or those who wish to complete their sacraments (Confirmation, First Communion). If you have been wanting to become Catholic, this is your personal invitation and this is your time. Rose Gallagher, 925-447-4549 or rose@stcharlesborromeo.com.

SEPT. 22

“Unwrapping the Gift of Forgiveness” — 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hosted by the Walnut Creek Friends Church. This seminar offers information on restoring lives and relationships through forgiveness. 1950 First Ave., Walnut Creek. $40 for the first person in a family; $25 for each additional family member if registered by Sept. 17; $50 and $35 after. 925-689-6427, http://www.forgivenessministries.com.

SEPT. 30

Midrasha Tri-Valley/Tri-Cities opening day celebration — 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Court, Pleasanton. A program for Jewish teens to learn about their religion and heritage in a fun environment is accepting registrations. Cathy Taylor, 925-549-1664.

OCT. 6-DEC. 15

Widows/Widowers Grief Recovery Class — 3:30-5:30 p.m. Provides a safe place for sharing experiences, facilitates understanding of the grieving process and enables people to begin and work through the grief process. Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway, Pleasanton. Linda, 925-833-9013.

NOW UNDER WAY

Women in God’s Spirit –Catholic Community of St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas Ave., off Concannon near Holmes, Livermore. Weekly gathering of Christian women that encourages spiritual growth. 925-447-4549 or bob.mary.venter@comcast.net.

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